Under the high patronage of His Excellency Mr Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Council, the fourth edition of the UK–West and Central Africa Forum on Trade and Investment (UK-WCAF IV) was officially launched today at the Hôtel 2 Février in Lomé. Organised for the first time on African soil, this strategic event marks…
As the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games enters its final week in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Team Nigeria is aiming to consolidate on its first half performance where it finished 6th amongst the 58 countries on the medals table. Team Nigeria garnered a total of 14 medals of 6 gold medals, 5 silver and 3 bronze, predominantly…
Land grabbing by the powerful at the expense of the vulnerable has long been a menace in Nigeria. However, the alleged recent activities of Adron Homes and Properties, in connivance with the Onikungunre family of Sagamu, have taken this unlawful practice to an alarming level. The forceful encroachment on lands legally owned by residents of…
In its continuous drive to strengthen grassroots governance and promote inclusive development, the Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government has successfully concluded its 2026 Budget Retreat tagged “Budget of Harmony.” The three-day strategic session, held at Mitros Residences, Abeokuta, Ogun State, brought together Heads of Departments, Units, and other key officials of the Council in an atmosphere of…
In a remarkable demonstration of compassion, patriotism, and commitment to community development, High Chief (Prince) Quadri Adewale Lawal Obawole, a distinguished Nigerian-born officer serving in the United States Army, has embarked on a series of philanthropic initiatives aimed at improving the lives of people in his homeland, Nigeria. Driven by a deep sense of responsibility…
The Obawole Vanguard, under the leadership of High Chief (Prince) Quadri Adewale Lawal Obawole, brought together its seven ward coordinators from Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01 for a strategic planning session. During the session, High Chief (Prince) Obawole reaffirmed the Vanguard’s commitment to the values of love, respect, empowerment, and collective progress, emphasizing that these principles continue…
In a statement released earlier today, Hon. Azeez cited health challenges as the primary reason for his decision to step down from office. His resignation marks the end of his tenure as the Executive Chairman of Agege Local government Council Disco is one of the most prominent political figures in Agege, Lagos State, known for…
Abidjan | Lagos – 31 October 2025 — Groupe THOP, West and Central Africa’s fast-rising strategic communications group, is proud to announce the appointment of three highly respected professionals to its Board of Directors as Non-Executive Directors (NEDs): Bridget von Holdt, Gilles Masson and Lionel Kpenou Chobli. These appointments reinforce Groupe THOP’s long-term strategic ambitions,…
As Donald Trump raises the spectre of military action against Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu turns to China for diplomatic ballast—signalling a deeper shift in influence across Africa. The recent sharp exchange between the United States and Nigeria marks far more than a bilateral spat. With President Trump’s public threat of military intervention over alleged religious…
Nigeria is back on the global Taekwondo map as African number one, Elizabeth Anyanacho, made history by winning a bronze medal in the women’s -67kg category at the World Taekwondo Championships in Wuxi, China. Her victory marks Nigeria’s first World Taekwondo Championship medal in two decades, a milestone that signals the nation’s resurgence in the…
